Today, my husband called me from the store, trying to decide whether or not to buy the new games console he's been wanting. I'd already purchased one and hid it, ready for Christmas Day. I couldn't talk him into not buying himself one. There goes a $500 surprise. FML
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Dead leaves, the first cold of the season and an umbrella flipped inside out: fall, the season of grace.
Today, I came home after doing some Black Friday shopping for Christmas presents. I told my husband I got the must-have toy our daughter has been dying for. As soon as I said it, I heard squealing and turned around to see her standing right behind me. There goes the surprise. FML
Today, I was out shopping with my son and unbeknownst to me, he had secretly added a bunch of expensive games he wanted to the trolley. I was too embarrassed at the till to make a fuss as there was a huge line behind me. I watched as my normal £50 shopping bill climbed to over £400. FML
Today, it's my husband's birthday. I tried to buy him a new computer game, to which he complained. I cooked him steak and his favorite cake, and got him another nice gift instead. Hours later, his online friends bought him a new game and it was the only time I saw him genuinely smile. FML
Today, my mom and I went to Best Buy for some Christmas shopping. She picked up some presents for me and told me not to look at what she was buying. When we got to the register, she didn't have enough money, and I ended up having to buy my own presents. FML
Today, in an effort to try and be closer to my girlfriend's son, I bought him an expensive Xbox game I know he desperately wanted so we could play it together. He was excited, until he realised that I that paid for it. He snapped the disc and threw the pieces in the bin. At least I tried. FML
Today, just like every other celebratory day (like my anniversary or birthday) I ordered my own Christmas present. My husband doesn't get it. I tried to explain. He openly admits he has no idea what I like and has no interest in learning, but wants me to have something to open so he won't look bad. FML
Today, my fiancé finally was able secure a PS5, which I told him I'd get for Christmas. Due to high demand, I didn't think he'd be able to get it till next week or so. He bought it last night while I was sleeping. I have to pay my car insurance tomorrow. FML
Today, my husband still hadn't gotten me anything for Christmas, so I bought and wrapped my own presents. Then I had my husband write 'to me, from him' on them so that I won't be embarrassed in front of my family on Christmas when it comes time to open presents. FML
Today, I invited my boss and his family over for dinner. As usual, I bought his kids Christmas' presents, nothing too fancy though. This year, he had one more that wasn't here last year. So I just pulled something from under the tree to hand him. He opened it on the spot. It was my son's PS3. FML
Today, I opened my Christmas presents with my husband. One of the things he got me was a ball gag. "Yeah," he said with a grin, "That one's more for me but I didn't wanna buy myself headphones." Cue our son asking me what it was. FML
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shorty6823 28
I'd end up admitting it and ruining the surprise before he bought it.
livinginabook 24
Maybe this time you should have just told him?
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Comments (107)
Omniprism 15
Give him the gift anyways and tell him not to be such a dumbass before Christmas.
sneeze_watch 19
My husband does shit like this. It's impossible to buy gifts for him because whatever he wants, he just buys for himself without consulting me. Your best bet would be to return the console you bought, and buy him some games to go with.
hplover7 11
I'm having the same problem with my boyfriend! He wants an espresso maker and a thermos from Starbucks, and I've already got both... It's been interesting trying every other day to convince him not to buy them. Sorry op! That sucks and I understand
Devul143 12
That sucks, but bring it back and then get a whole bunch of new games to go with it.. and accessories! And maybe that will give you time to figure out another surprise?
sleepyglowstar 32
you deserved it. the words "why don't you wait until after Christmas work!"
WolfLady 18
I have to say I'd rather tell him and let the surprise be blown than have him spend more money.
randome101 12
Say wait for after Christmas, because dont most things go on sale after Christmas
ZebraPower 9
My solution? Return the console and buy him a ton of games for it
mattrd_fml 31
You should have bought the ps4. then you would have only wasted $400 instead of $500.
zequa 14
What's his gamer tag?